Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Get A Grip with Angela Scanlon and Vicky Pattison
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| The Real Horror? MEN. | 29 Oct 2026 | 00:29:03 | |
Angela and Vicky are embracing Halloween in their makeshift costumes and exposing some REAL nightmares! From the grim trend of “pheromone-maxxing” to revisiting the year’s grossest stories, there’s one common denominator… MEN! But Angela has a potential solution for all that pent-up rage caused by these culprits, and it involves a LOT of smashing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| NEVER Dim Your Sparkle! | 27 Oct 2026 | 00:16:23 | |
Inspired by Nigella Lawson’s unapologetic approach to pleasure, Angela and Vicky are asking the Gagglers what little joys they’re refusing to give up. Plus, after one listener was told to change the way she dresses to be taken seriously, Angela opens up about the time she felt pressured to tone herself down. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| We Need To Be More Nigella! | 22 Oct 2026 | 00:40:27 | |
Angela and Vicky are OBSESSED with Nigella Lawson’s unapologetic love of food, and frankly, we should all be taking notes. From absolutely inhaling a slice of cake to refusing to label food “naughty”, Nigella is reminding us that eating should be a PLEASURE, not a source of guilt. Plus, the Victoria’s Secret runway is back, and the ladies have thoughts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Underestimate Us At Your Peril, Lads | 20 Oct 2026 | 00:11:32 | |
Women are NOT to be underestimated, and the Gagglers are living proof! From one listener absolutely rinsing her academic stepdad on University Challenge to Vicky proving she’s tougher than anyone gave her credit for, Angela and Vicky celebrate the women who prove the doubters wrong. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Let’s Stop Giving Mediocre Men Microphones | 15 Oct 2026 | 00:39:09 | |
Can men stop telling women how to dress, behave and exist for five bloody minutes? Angela and Vicky unpack Shane Gillis’s controversial SNL monologue and why women are getting seriously fed up with the same tired misogynistic comments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Never Underestimate A QUEEN! | 13 Oct 2026 | 00:12:43 | |
Angela and Vicky hear from Gagglers who’ve achieved incredible things against the odds, from getting a PhD to running marathons. Plus, one listener shares how letting go of society’s expectations in her 40s has helped her finally start living life on her own terms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| STOP Putting Women In Boxes!! | 08 Oct 2026 | 00:32:56 | |
Paris Hilton has recently spoken of being underestimated as a result of the blonde bimbo image she was pushed towards in The Simple Life - and Angela and Vicky have THOUGHTS. Is it just a tale as old as time that women aren't allowed to be multi-dimensional?! Not in the GAGiverse ladies!! Plus, they weigh in on the raging iced coffee debate, and we hear an update from Vicky's epic challenge with Heart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Your Secrets Are Safe With Us... Honest!! | 06 Oct 2026 | 00:16:33 | |
As Angela reveals she struggled to keep her big new job a secret, Vicky shares a few Gagglers own experiences with failing to keep quiet about big life moments. Plus, favourite baby names and some media recommendations for a listener going through a tough health period. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| There's No Age Limit On Being A Bad B*tch!! | 01 Oct 2026 | 00:39:07 | |
It's a big old week to celebrate women as Angela lands a massive new job, Vicky quite literally gets back on the bike, and all-time icon Madonna picks up a slew of VMAs over forty years on from first performing at the Ceremony in the eighties. Has anyone ever been close in doing things completely on her own terms?! And, in a darker piece of news, Angela and Vicky reflect on the allegations resurfacing from Cornell University. Trigger warning - the second half of this episode does contain some discussion of sexual abuse allegations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Here For The Pep Talks YOU Need! | 29 Sep 2026 | 00:17:04 | |
Vicky and Angela are looking back on the GAG Academy with a few of your messages of lessons learned and life problems reframed. Plus, VP gives us a Victorian laundry lesson, and a Gaggler shares her own 'through the keyhole' sex toy experience... apart from instead of Keith Lemon, the snooper is her mum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Girls Are Back In Town! | 24 Sep 2026 | 00:38:27 | |
Vicky and Angela are back in the studio after a summer of adventures and they've got more than a few thoughts to share on the big stories of recent weeks. From the Hyrox shitter (yes really) to Sydney Sweeney's 'sport' ad, consider this your pop culture run down as we hit the Autumn reset. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What Actually Turns You On? | 22 Sep 2026 | 00:12:49 | |
Do you actually know what turns you on? Because Angela and Vicky are back with sex and wellness expert Sarah Mulindwa to get to the bottom of it! We're also finding out why your partner doing the dishwasher can be way hotter than a lingering stare, whether a toy could ever replace an actual human, and why the people you should absolutely stay away from can somehow be the best sex you've ever had. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| It’s Time To Embrace Female Pleasure! | 17 Sep 2026 | 00:31:16 | |
The final class of the GAG Academy is officially in session as Angela and Vicky are joined by sexual health and wellness expert Sarah Mulindwa to talk female pleasure, and why we really should be getting to know ourselves a little better. Between Vicky’s lifelong aversion to talking about sex and Angela’s infamous “twisted clitoris” panic, Sarah has her work cut out for her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Where Can I Get The Instruction Manual To Life?? | 15 Sep 2026 | 00:14:20 | |
Dr Jessamy is tackling your messages on impostor syndrome, confidence, and that deeply irritating feeling that everyone else got the handbook of life and you didn't. The ladies get into why success can feel so uncomfortable and whether "fake it till you make it" actually holds up as advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Imposter Syndrome Is Lying To You! | 10 Sep 2026 | 00:45:43 | |
The ladies are sick of not feeling sure of themselves, always doubting their abilities and letting Imposter Syndrome win! So they've enlisted the help of Dr Jessamy Hibbard to help us navigate confidence, from why success never quite "lands" no matter how much you achieve, to why we struggle to take a compliment, and how to finally stop dismissing your wins as luck. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Mental Load Is Too Much! | 08 Sep 2026 | 00:12:53 | |
Deborah Joseph is back in the GAG Academy to tackle your messages on dealing with the never-ending mental load. From saying no more often to spotting the warning signs of burnout before you hit the wall, and why protecting your peace sometimes means letting a friendship or two fall away. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| We're All Burnt Out... Now What? | 03 Sep 2026 | 00:42:12 | |
The GAG Academy is back, and this week the ladies are tackling the big one: burnout. It feels like women are expected to do it ALL... Work, clean, cook, remember every appointment, keep everyone else's life on track, and never complain. No wonder we're knackered! Angela and Vicky get real about the juggle, and Deborah Joseph joins to share her genius "70% life" technique to help us all realise that doing less can be enough! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Comparison Is The Thief Of Joy! | 01 Sep 2026 | 00:14:08 | |
Michelle Elman is back in the GAG Academy to tackle the Gagglers' friendship SOS messages. From the fear of being ghosted to how to actually strike up a conversation with a stranger and comparison being the thief of joy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| We Need To Talk About Friendship Breakups... | 27 Aug 2026 | 00:44:26 | |
The GAG Academy is in session! This week’s subject: adult friendships. Angela and Vicky sit down with expert Michelle Elman to cover how to actually break up with a mate, why making new friends feels just like dating, and whether we’re all a bit too quick to cut people off in the name of protecting our peace. Class is in session, Gagglers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Are We Starting GAGFest?? | 25 Aug 2026 | 00:17:49 | |
Olivia Rodrigo has the ladies dreaming up their very own all-female festival, with a little help from the Gagglers. Plus, a listener writes in about raising the next generation of unapologetic women, and the importance of little girls being able to take up space without apologising for it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Give It Up For The Pop Girlies! | 20 Aug 2026 | 00:24:36 | |
Olivia Rodrigo is throwing a music festival for the girls and we want in. With an all-female lineup, a "come as you are and rage" dress code, and absolutely zero room for fragile male egos, the pair discuss why the pop girlies are carrying feminism on their backs right now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Embrace That Midlife Crisis! | 18 Aug 2026 | 00:15:48 | |
The Gagglers are rebranding the midlife crisis as Angela and Vicky hear from ladies who are buying sporty cars, starting PhDs, writing novels and finally putting themselves first after years of caring for everyone else. 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| So The Trad Wives... Aren't Tradwives? | 13 Aug 2026 | 00:35:05 | |
It looks like the tradwife influencers are all denying they’re actually tradwives (I mean, we kinda knew that anyway 👀), but it begs the question… where does authentic lifestyle content end and performance begin? Angela and Vicky unpack the tradwife trend, the businesses behind the picture-perfect homemaker aesthetic, and whether influencers have a responsibility to be more transparent about the lives they’re selling online. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Forty Is Freedom! | 11 Aug 2026 | 00:16:49 | |
The Gagglers are embracing their 40s! Angela and Vicky hear from women who are feeling more themselves, caring less what people think and even starting completely new chapters. Plus, they tackle friendship fallouts and why buying period products is the ultimate test of masculinity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Stop Fearing Your Forties! | 06 Aug 2026 | 00:34:57 | |
Angela's shopping for her midlife crisis car, Vicky's counting down to 40, and together they're calling bullshit on the idea that your best years are behind you when you turn 40! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| We Did A Friendship Test... And It Was BRUTAL! | 04 Aug 2026 | 00:19:38 | |
Angela and Vicky put their friendship personalities to the test after discovering there are eight different types of friends we all need in our lives... And their results are brutally accurate! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Never Mix Friend Groups!! | 30 Jul 2026 | 00:31:48 | |
In an unusual turn of events, Angela is celebrating sport after County Mayo finally broke their 75-year curse, while Vicky questions whether men crying over football might actually be their healthiest emotional outlet. Then, inspired by the new drama Five-Star Weekend, the conversation turns to female friendships. Should you ever mix your friendship groups? Is it flattering or frustrating when your friends become friends without you? And where's the line between feeling left out... and having a genuine frenemy? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| You'd Look Better If You Smiled, HUN. | 28 Jul 2026 | 00:19:08 | |
One incredible listener's clap back on a disastrous date has us all reaching for the best ways to shut down patronising behaviour and celebrating the Gagglers' random acts of queendom! Plus, why talking openly about periods could be one of the most important changes this generation is making. It’s the small things around the house that give Angela and Vicky satisfaction, from a weekly game of food tetris to making sure everything in the bathroom is looking just right. If the small details matter to you, then get yourself some who gives a crap bamboo toilet paper! #Ad Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Are We Jealous of Lonely People? | 23 Jul 2026 | 00:25:49 | |
Angela and Vicky are asking the question nobody expected… are loneliness influencers making being alone look desirable? From cosy nights in with a microwave meal to having nobody else’s opinions to consider, could doing absolutely nothing actually be the ultimate luxury? Plus, Angela reveals the unexpectedly invasive facial that left her feeling traumatised… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What Brings Us Joy? | 21 Jul 2026 | 00:18:18 | |
Angela and Vicky open up the GAG chat to hear the little things that instantly lift your mood, from infectious laughter and comfort food to the pure bliss of cancelled plans. Plus, the ladies dive into love languages and somehow end up down a very unexpected rabbit hole involving nuns... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Is It Time To Ditch Our Phones On Holiday? | 16 Jul 2026 | 00:27:00 | |
Vicky has a confession… she's fallen victim to the performative holiday. From airport outfits to beach clubs, dinner reservations and content planning, when did going on holiday become another full-time job? The ladies unpack social media's grip on travel, why everyone's chasing the perfect Euro summer, and whether it's time to ditch the itinerary, put the phone away, and actually relax. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Let That RAGE Out Gagglers!! | 14 Jul 2026 | 00:19:28 | |
Angela and Vicky are basking in the afterglow of meeting so many Gagglers in Sheffield, and as incredible evening of unbridled feminine (plus Jim) rage. Speaking of rage, after Daryl shared her frustrations with her husband on stage, they open up the opportunity for a collective scream to the group chat - and as always, the Gagglers have delivered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Get A Grip Live: Bras Off! | 09 Jul 2026 | 00:55:44 | |
The bras are officially OFF at the first ever Get A Grip live show! Angela and Vicky design the ultimate feminist commune, rank a few men on the Man-o-meter, dive headfirst into the history of feminism, and end up collecting bras in giant papier-mâché boobs... all in front of a room full of Gagglers. 🎥 You can watch the live show now on BBC iPlayer. Just search Crossed Wires. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| We're DONE With People Pleasing | 07 Jul 2026 | 00:13:44 | |
Angela and Vicky are coming to you live(ish) from the floor of a packed train to Sheffield, proving that glamour really is a state of mind. After Angela's family fire cleansing ritual, the Gagglers share the things they'd happily chuck straight into the flames. Plus, one listener's emotional voice note about childbirth has us all reaching for the tissues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Should Men Be Tracking Our Periods?? | 02 Jul 2026 | 00:42:07 | |
The internet thinks men should be tracking women's periods, and Angela and Vicky have plenty to say about it. The ladies get into our ever-changing hormones, menstrual myths, and why we should all be prescribing chocolate and giving women the grace they rarely give themselves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Hot Girl Summer Is Dead... Feral Summer Is In | 30 Jun 2026 | 00:17:24 | |
Forget Hot Girl Summer... Angela and Vicky are declaring 2026 the summer of doing whatever the hell you want. Whether that's embracing your feral era, surviving the school holidays, getting a hot divorce or simply putting yourself first, the Gagglers share the vibes they're taking into the season. Plus, the fairy porn debate rages on as Angela gets an introduction to bat wings and Ercan gets the ACOTAR treatment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Football AND Fatherhood?? | 25 Jun 2026 | 00:38:38 | |
Continuing our recent streak of good men, Big Red and VP are pleased to find that Belgian footballer Jérémy Doku has been widely supported by fellow players for his decision to leave the Men's Fifa World Cup briefly to be at his wife's side for the birth of their first child. Less pleasing has been the response from some of the media - and in particular a female journalist. Why can't we let footballers be dads too? Plus, Angela's had her own serving of excellent men, as her husband throws her the ultimate wedding anniversary surprise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| I Aspire To Be A Difficult Woman! | 23 Jun 2026 | 00:16:11 | |
Angela and Vicky have stumbled across the internet's ultimate guide to becoming a more difficult woman, and it's safe to say the suggestions are gloriously unhinged. From booing men in public to refusing to reverse for one, the Gagglers are fully embracing their IDGAF era. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Is the Social Media Ban Enough?? | 18 Jun 2026 | 00:39:10 | |
Under-16s are being banned from social media, and Angela and Vicky are all here for it. From addictive algorithms and comparison culture to online bullying and the loss of real-life social skills, the ladies unpack the government's proposed ban and ask whether it's long overdue. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| I'm Taking My AI Chats To The Grave | 16 Jun 2026 | 00:17:10 | |
The Gagglers reveal the things they'd never let anyone see on their phones, including embarrassing calculator histories, secret AI chats and a surprising amount of poo logging. Plus, a listener shares how a simple bikini conversation changed the way she sees her body, while the ladies discuss parasocial relationships, social media spring cleans and the importance of protecting your peace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| A Round of Applause for the Good Men! | 11 Jun 2026 | 00:31:10 | |
Vicky has finally convinced Angela to enter the world of erotic fairy fiction, and it quickly becomes clear that no real-life man stands a chance against a six-foot winged warrior with emotional depth. Plus, the ladies celebrate the dads behind the viral Pints & Ponytails movement and ask an important question: are we applauding great parenting, or is it time we actually demanded a bit more of EVERY man? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What's Said In The Group Chat... Stays In The Group Chat! | 09 Jun 2026 | 00:18:20 | |
Angela and Vicky are discussing all the things we'd rather keep hidden, from Uber ratings and questionable Claude AI conversations to the contents of the gals group chat that should NEVER, ever see the light of day. The ladies also celebrate loud laughs, singing in supermarket aisles and all the gloriously unfiltered ways women express joy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Kylie Minogue Is A Bad B**** | 04 Jun 2026 | 00:36:19 | |
We always knew Kylie was the Queen of Pop, but after watching her documentary, Angela and Vicky are here to confirm she's a bad b**** too! Plus they get into the fact that another icon, CMAT, is also going through the rigmarole of hateful trolls who can't stand to see a powerful woman thrive. These ladies deserve their flowers, and Angela and Vicky are here to hand them out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| We LOVE A Feral Woman! | 02 Jun 2026 | 00:16:34 | |
It’s all about badass women this week as Miley Cyrus claims her moment on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and a new generation of feral female pop stars refuse to play by the rules. Plus, the Gagglers share their own iconic moments, from rescuing dead parties to putting men firmly in their place! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Rich Beyond My Wildest Dreams with Euromillions | 01 Jun 2026 | 00:46:00 | |
A bonus Monday drop for you gagglers - Vicky and Angela are guests on this week's Rich Beyond My Wildest Dreams, the podcast from Euromillions from the National Lottery. Joining Sarel in the studio, Big Red and VP are tasked with spending a £200 million jackpot - and let's just say it's light work. From pet translators to dream dinner parties, these are true wildest dreams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Is this Reality TV's Reckoning? | 28 May 2026 | 00:47:04 | |
After the shocking allegations surrounding Married At First Sight, the ladies get into a much bigger conversation about the dark side of reality TV, the pressure of performing for cameras, and why the industry might finally be facing its reckoning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Love Your Bodies Girls! | 26 May 2026 | 00:14:15 | |
The girls are reliving their most chaotic girls trip moments as Gagglers send in tales of missed Ibiza flights, mystery hangovers and one VERY questionable hen do mascot. Plus, one listener’s message about wearing a bikini around her daughter hits close to home for Angela, sparking a conversation about body confidence, motherhood and the things kids quietly notice about us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| MAN cereal? Are you joking?? | 21 May 2026 | 00:38:07 | |
The ladies discover the internet’s latest hyper-masculine invention: MAN Cereal. Yes, cereal specifically for "alpha males". Angela shares stories from her Eurovision trip to Vienna, including an array of feathered outfits, and Vicky opens up about trying antidepressants for the first time while dealing with PMDD, and the complicated reality of finally experiencing a quiet mind. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| My Algorithm Is CHAOS | 19 May 2026 | 00:15:21 | |
We’re deep in the algorithm this week as Gagglers reveal insights from their chaotic feeds. From cheesy food spirals and WWE deep dives to crunchy chiropractor vids and salt rituals... it’s giving unhinged internet soup. Plus, things take a turn into smutty book club territory after one listener sends in a very convincing recommendation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Women Are Not Scapegoats! | 14 May 2026 | 00:43:59 | |
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have finally “settled” their legal drama… but nobody’s entirely sure what actually happened. The ladies unpack the internet’s obsession with picking sides, and why women always seem to become the villain. Plus, Angela survives a traumatic seaside incident involving sea urchins and an alarming amount of vinegar, while Vicky gears up for a feral girls’ trip to Dublin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||